My mission is to inspire people to explore the world and push their boundaries. I love introducing people to new destinations and experiences (and new perspectives on familiar ones). My goal is for you to have the best travel experience possible, whether you seek adventure in an exotic land, to interact with local cultures, to expand…

These are all products that have really proven their value to me. Some are found on many travel lists, but others may surprise you! First up, a scarf/shawl. I can’t tell you how glad I am when I pack a scarf. They add elegance for almost no weight/packing space, dress up or change up…

There’s a saying that traveling with kids is not a vacation… it’s a trip. I’m here to help you increase the joy and create a positive association with family travel, so your children will be enthusiastic for your next adventure. A well-crafted itinerary should have plenty of padding between tourist sites to allow for down time…

People who don’t travel for business tend to romanticize it, but those who travel routinely for work know: it can get awfully tedious, and people generally just want to get back home as soon as possible. But what if you could sacrifice almost nothing and vastly increase the gratification of such travel – and even look forward…

I’m amazed at how many people who express a desire to live abroad someday but think it’s impossible. A little creativity and some legwork can go a long way. Planning our own sabbatical was not easy – finding useful resources is a challenge – but it was worth every effort. It’s true that some jobs lend themselves more…

So many ways to create a romantic trip! Whether you are honeymooners or just looking for a reconnection, I can help you create a great getaway that fits your budget and time constraints. A week in Paris? Be sure to get a bottle of wine, a baguette and some cheese to enjoy on the banks…

Empowering and a little scary, a solo adventure takes bravery and motivation but can be incredibly rewarding. Certain destinations are easier than others, especially for a woman. There are a lot of online communities that can be great resources – if you know how to separate the wheat from the chafe. Learn a few local…

Experience Detroit’s exciting renaissance first hand! With a fascinating history as a cornerstone of America’s past and a revitalized center for art-lovers and foodies, Detroit has much to offer for the day tripper. Inspire World Travel has ongoing opportunities to explore local gems, with multifaceted combinations of destinations in “bite-sized” tours, many of which are weekday outings designed…

What makes a perfect family vacation? How about family bonding, new adventures for all ages and a variety of interests, beautiful surroundings, relaxing by a pool, comfortable lodging and great food? If this sounds appealing to you, don’t forget that as a Virtuoso® Member travel advisor, I can often get you perks that you can’t get by…

As one of the most expensive countries in the world, I never even considered planning a trip to Switzerland in the past. Circumstances led to my family spending a year in French-speaking Switzerland, and now I know that budget travel is possible! You just need to know some tricks. It is a jaw-droppingly gorgeous country…

One of the best family trips we’ve ever taken, Yellowstone – along with its smaller but spectacular neighbor Grand Teton National Park – should be high on any nature lover’s list. Due to forces out of our control, we were there at THE most crowded time… and yet, even so, it is easy to get…